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Truman G. Madsen papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 7514

Scope and Contents

Collection consists of the papers of Truman G. Madsen, from 1950 to 2009. Papers regard Truman G. Madsen's notes on philosophy and religion, as well as materials related to his book "The Sacrament: Feasting at the Lord's Table."

Dates

  • 1950-2009

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for public research.

Conditions Governing Use

It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from Truman G. Madsen papers must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.

Biographical History

Truman G. Madsen (1926-2009) was a well-known author and distinguished scholar for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Extent

11 cartons (11 linear ft.)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Arranged into six series. 1. Truman G. Madsen philosophy papers, 1947-1986. 2. Truman G. Madsen sacrament papers, 1986-2004. 3. Truman G. Madsen papers on the human nature symposium, 1979-2002. 4. Truman G. Madsen teaching materials, 1960-1985. 5. Truman G. Madsen papers on creativity, 1969-1986. 6. Truman G. Madsen notes on religion, 1971-1984.

Custodial History

Donated by Ann Madsen; November 2009.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated; Ann Madsen; November 2009.

Appraisal

Utah and the American West and LDS cultural, social, and religious history (20th century Western & Mormon Manuscripts collection development policy, 5.VII, 2007).

Title
Register of Truman G. Madsen papers
Status
Completed
Author
Amy Perez
Date
2011 March 17
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Language of description note
Finding aid written in English in Latin script.

Repository Details

Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Repository

Contact:
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo Utah 84602 United States